Sometimes I think that blogging is a way for people to say, "hey look at my great life". And while I LOVE my life and my family, that does not mean it is without struggles and heart ache (I shared this story 2 years ago). As I share my thoughts they are not meant to be an oh woowez me, but rather to say I'm going through this journey too! It is about the journey and how we experience it.
I'm still not certain why I started blogging. I mean I know in my head why I did, but why did God put that thought there. There is ultimately a reason because I don't believe in chance. Maybe to just inspire others? But somehow that seems too large scale, too obvious. One thing to know about me is that I like to KNOW! I'm not good at the unknown, the I don't know, the... well the answer will come in time. Just give me the facts, the low down, the straight talk, and I'm good. But, there it is. This thing hanging out there that I don't have an answer for. I know that God is using me, it's in his control, and well since he created me and EVERYTHING, he pretty much can do what he wants. I'm happy to be his instrument. For I was created in the right time, the right place, to know and love him (Acts 17:26).
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.
-Jeremiah 29:11
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xo Lulu
I struggle with these exact same thoughts often. I appreciate you facing it head on and can't wait to follow along wherever He leads you. ~Marisa
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Thanks for sharing! I just read your old post about your miscarriages, IVF, and resulting twins. I recently shared on Instagram that my husband and I are experiencing fertility issues ourselves. The response from blog friends has been so amazing. Although difficult, this time in life has also been really neat for my faith. It's been so cool to connect with other bloggers. I too always wonder what to share, how to share it, and whether or not my blog should be more than fashion. I look forward to seeing what you come up with!
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I look forward to what you have in store for your readers. You seem to have a genuine love of Christ and it will be really encouraging to have that shining in your posts. Thank you for being open and honest with us. We all appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteNow this is something I can (continue to) commit to following! Love to you!
ReplyDelete"For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline." 2 Tim. 1:7
thank you for standing up for your faith in Christ. The cultural atmosphere these days has many afraid to step out. Blessings to you, however you continue to blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this post. I can relate to this question of "purpose" and the big picture. Lisa
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